lb3000 1 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 I think it's time they turn the Winter Classic into a Double Header just like the NFL does with the Thanksgiving Classic. Have the early game between two East teams and the late game between two West teams. I know there is this feeling of keeping it a special thing to play in but why not extend it and turn it into a major hockey event that lasts all day. Also, with 4 teams getting to play outside each year they could even throw a Canadian team in it once in a while, but the games should always be played in the States to keep interest in hockey growing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newfy 695 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 I think after the big chill and the record set that the wings might be seeing another winter classic very soon. Detroit vs Toronto at the big house would be unbelievable. The two biggest fanbases in the league are probably Toronto and Detroit. Not to mention the big house is not far for most Ontario people to drive, 4 hours from Toronto roughly. Plus the whole original 6 thing going for it. The rangers should probably be in one but who are they going to play that will make it interesting? Not the Islanders or Jersey. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Electrophile 3,554 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 The rangers should probably be in one but who are they going to play that will make it interesting? Not the Islanders or Jersey. The Bruins or the Canadiens, if you want to keep it Original 6. If not, the Sabres or the Flyers. Teams at least close to the Rangers, roughly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brett 1,029 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 why would the islanders get a shot? they arent entertaining Id like an original six, detroit vs ranger, detroit vs habs, detroit vs leafs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoshuaW92 9 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 I would just love to see Detroit host one. It would be cool to see Detroit vs. Montreal or Toronto Realistically, I think the Rangers will be playing the Canadiens Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chrisdetroit 189 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 You know, I was thinking something interesting yesterday. What would the league do if Crosby got injured before the Winter Classic? Cancel the game. I think it's time they turn the Winter Classic into a Double Header just like the NFL does with the Thanksgiving Classic. Have the early game between two East teams and the late game between two West teams. I know there is this feeling of keeping it a special thing to play in but why not extend it and turn it into a major hockey event that lasts all day. Also, with 4 teams getting to play outside each year they could even throw a Canadian team in it once in a while, but the games should always be played in the States to keep interest in hockey growing. They only have the ice refrigeration equipment for 1 site. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 What would the league do if Crosby got injured before the Winter Classic? Spring Classic!® 1 GMRwings1983 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kira 451 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 I would love to see Minnesota and Dallas in Minneapolis. It would be a bit of history, with Dallas being the initial Minnesota team coming back to play the second version of professional hockey in MN. I think it would be kinda cool myself. Or how about Colorado and someone in Denver? May not get box office boffo ratings, but who the hell cares? I'd still watch that over this year's disaster. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zombi 43 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 I thought that they wanted to keep the Winter Classic between teams that actually experience winter weather. I doubt any West Coast/Southern US Teams will be in it. The next time Detroit gets in it, I'm guessing they'll host it at Comerica. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwingcapt 52 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 Penguins vs the universe @ at the international space station IN SPACE 3 55fan, stormboy and wingnut40 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 Ugly face and the Pens versus Master Chief and the UNSC Marine Corps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Stolberg Report post Posted December 12, 2010 (edited) rangers vs kings highly doubt they would do rangers vs isles doesn't cover a wide enough viewer base or something Edited December 12, 2010 by Stolberg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MulesWillFly93 199 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 (edited) I thought that they wanted to keep the Winter Classic between teams that actually experience winter weather. I doubt any West Coast/Southern US Teams will be in it. The next time Detroit gets in it, I'm guessing they'll host it at Comerica. Hehe, Coyotes. vs. Ducks FTW!! Even though I agree that a Southern team match-up is not going to happen in the near future, I do think the idea of a Minny vs. Dallas game is a good one, and I'd like to see it at some point down the road. If the Rangers are serious about getting in there, I say Rangers vs. Devils. The Islanders would be just about the last team I let in, even if the two are supposedly cross-town rivals. Rangers/Habs wouldn't be bad for an O6 match-up, though, if the Habs don't go down the tubes. Rangers/Bruins would've been good if the Bruins hadn't just played. Not complaining, though; it was a nice prologue to the ECSFs. Of course I wouldn't mind seeing the Wings again, but even though it'd be an O6 game, I'd rather wait a couple years and play someone we actually care about. They're pretty much the last O6 team I'd want to see the Wings play, Leafs included (well, other than the Hawks since we already played them). Edited December 13, 2010 by MulesWillFly93 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Stolberg Report post Posted December 13, 2010 colorado would be a good team for the winter classic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acidroach420 25 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 Rangers Vs Islanders at Yankee stadiam is the talk here in NY GO WINGS GO This was the talk last year before they announced pens caps. The problem with this match up at new yankee stadium is that there is a BCS bowl game at the stadium (pin stripe bowl), which happens on december 30th and is going to happen through at least the 2013 BCS season. If i remember correctaly, the NHL needs 2+ weeks to set up the ice and make sure everything is up to standards. I think if this game were to happen, it would happen at the new meadowlands, but that would pose a problem because it is much bigger and i dont know if the NHL would want 2 new york teams playing in new jersey. i think you'll more than likely see two west conference teams play, but neither from the central. Stars v Wild would be my pick, but i dont really expect it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 colorado would be a good team for the winter classic Good place too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DMAC 25 18 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 i'd like to see another original six matchup, maybe something like detroit vs toranto Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Original-Six 254 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 i'd like to see another original six matchup, maybe something like detroit vs toranto I would much rather see them play the Habs again or the Bruins. Those would make for some good games. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DMAC 25 18 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 I would much rather see them play the Habs again or the Bruins. Those would make for some good games. yea i agree those would be good and i would just like to see an original six matchup but i mean toranto has good fans and the organization is bad right now. i just think the fans deserve something good right now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lookalive07 251 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 Florida vs. Anaheim. Played in the Mojave Desert. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pockets 9 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 (edited) Panthers vs. lightning Frozen everglades Live gators and cottonmouths In the eye of a hurricane Edited December 13, 2010 by pockets 2 wingsgirl001 and 55fan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 Panthers vs. lightning Frozen everglades Live gators and cottonmouths In the eye of a hurricane If they had to skate around gators I would absolutely watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharomyga 6 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 Penguins vs the universe @ at the international space station IN SPACE lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 4,965 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 How about two warm climate teams playing in a cold climate outdoor stadium? Or maybe the hosting team from the North vs. a warm climate team... How about a team of local men playing a NHL team on their homemade outdoor ice? (Hmmmmmmm, I should make a movie out of that idea! ) 1 wingnut40 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crotty99 302 Report post Posted December 13, 2010 I'm actually going to be in New York on the 1st of January next year. I will be ridiculously happy if they are hosting it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites